Systems Engineering Intern (Summer 2027)

axiomspace; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Axiom Space in Houston is seeking a Systems Engineering Intern to learn from and assist experienced engineers across requirements, architecture, and verification activities. The role supports subsystems within spaceflight hardware and ground systems, with an emphasis on collaboration and agile methods.

The position requires rising juniors, seniors, or graduate students in systems-related fields, with a 3.0+ GPA and exposure to MBSE tools.

Qualifications

• Rising junior, senior or graduate student in a related technical field.
• GPA of 3.0 or higher required.
• Coursework or projects in systems engineering (requirements, architecture) is a plus.
• Exposure to MBSE tools (DOORS, Jama, Cameo) through coursework or projects is a plus.
• Solid engineering analysis or modeling tools (e.g., MATLAB) preferred.
• Strong organizational, time management, and communication skills.
• Curiosity and passion for space exploration and complex systems.

Responsibilities

• Support systems engineering activities for an assigned subsystem under mentorship.
• Assist with requirements definition, documentation, and traceability.
• Support interface control and system architecture development.
• Contribute to verification and validation planning and test plans.
• Document engineering products to support internal reviews.
• Present findings and status updates to the team.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support project objectives.
• Adapt to agile development methodologies throughout the project lifecycle.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication

Team collaboration

Self-motivation

Education

MS/MA or PhD in Systems/Aerospace/Mechanical/Electrical Engineering

GPA 3.0+

Tools

DOORS

Jama

Cameo

MATLAB

Job description

About Axiom Space

Axiom Space is a human space exploration company, building era-defining space infrastructure and delivering technology-driven solutions that will empower civilization to transcend Earth. Beginning with Axiom Station, successor to the International Space Station, the company is pioneering a next-generation orbital settlement that will foster groundbreaking innovation and research in microgravity and drive the global space economy of tomorrow. Today, guided by the vision of leading humanity's expansion off planet, Axiom Space is the principal provider of commercial human spaceflight services and developer of advanced spacesuits for the Moon and beyond. For more information about Axiom Space, visit www.axiomspace.com .

Axiom Space fosters a work environment inclusive of all perspectives. We are the pioneers of commercial space, leading the transformation of low-Earth orbit into a global space marketplace. Our mission-driven team is seeking a bold and dynamic Systems Engineering Intern who is fueled by high accountability, execution horsepower, and driven to understand our world, science/technology, and life itself, for the benefit of all on Earth and beyond.

Position Summary

We are mission-driven, setting a new paradigm for business, and thus rapidly evolving and scaling complex systems to do things humanity has not previously done. We are looking for a passionate, high-energy Systems Engineering Intern who is eager to learn from and be mentored by experienced systems engineers. This role supports systems engineering activities - including requirements definition, interface management, system architecture, and verification and validation planning - across Axiom's spaceflight hardware and ground systems programs.

The role requires strong organizational, time management, and communication skills, along with a genuine curiosity for how complex systems fit together.

This is a temporary, project-based internship supporting an active systems engineering team. The internship will be onsite at Axiom Space in Houston, Texas from June 1 to August 20. Interns are responsible for arranging their own transportation and accommodations.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Support systems engineering activities for an assigned subsystem or component, under the mentorship of experienced systems engineers
• Assist with requirements definition, documentation, and traceability for an assigned system or subsystem
• Support interface control and management activities, helping identify and document interface definitions
• Support system architecture development
• Assist in verification and validation planning, including supporting test plan development and execution
• Support integrated performance assessments and trade studies under guidance
• Document systems engineering products (e.g., requirements, test plans, analysis results) to support internal review
• Present findings and status updates to the assigned team
• Depending on assignment, may support systems engineering activities for EVA/spacesuit systems, station systems, or ground systems
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to support project objectives
• Communicate project progress, status, and potential issues to stakeholders and leadership
• Implementing agile development methodologies throughout the project lifecycle
• Perform additional job duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education & Experience

• Rising Junior, Senior, or Graduate student (MS/MA or Ph.D.) pursuing a degree in Systems Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
• Coursework or project experience related to systems engineering principles (requirements, architecture, verification) is a plus
• Exposure to requirements management or MBSE tools (e.g., DOORS, Jama, Cameo) through coursework or personal projects is a plus
• Familiarity with basic engineering analysis or modeling tools (e.g., MATLAB) preferred
• Prior internship, co-op, or hands-on project experience (e.g., design team, robotics club) is a plus
• Strong organizational, time management, and communication skills
• Genuine curiosity and passion for space exploration and complex systems problem-solving
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, fast-paced team environment
• Self-motivated with the ability to take initiative on assigned tasks
• Track record of making things happen in ambiguous, fast-moving environments
• Uses good judgement to problem-solve proactively, positively impacting hard challenges
• Demonstrated organization skills to meet tight deadlines with high-quality results

Core Skills

Passion for space and the mission Entrepreneurial, grow